The tabernacle gate of the court was the entrance to enter the wilderness, which was a holy place established by God so that he could live among those he chose.
People have only one door to enter the Tabernacle gate of the court. The gate is 30 feet wide. It is located directly in the center of the East End Outer Court. The gate is covered with curtains or screens made of blue, purple, and scarlet linen.
Like the other elements of the Tabernacle, the Eastern Gate of the Court was full of meaning. God commands that when the tabernacle is established, the gate will always be on the east end and open to the west.
What did the Tabernacle gate of the court signify?
On Mount Sinai, God gave Moses the following instructions to enable them to enter the city:
“At the entrance of the yard, curtains made of blue, purple and scarlet yarns and finely twisted linen are 20 cubits long. This is a work of embroiderers with four p
Going west means walking towards God. To the east symbolizes distance from God. The gate of Eden is on the east side (Genesis 3:24). Cain left God and came to the land of Nord, east of the Garden of Eden (Genesis 4:16).
Many people split from Abraham went to the east and landed in the evil cities of Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 13:11). In contrast, the sacred relic, the residence of God in the tabernacle, is at the west end of the courtyard.
The color of the thread on the door is also symbolic. Blue represents gods, meaning that the court is the place of God. Purple is a difficult and expensive dye, a symbol of royalty.
Red symbolizes the color of blood and sacrifice. White represents holiness. The fence of the yard is made of white linen, surrounded by holy places, and the priests wear white linen clothing.” (Out Egypt 27:16, NIV)
Did the Tabernacle Gate Point to Jesus Christ?
Yes, every part of the tabernacle gate of court points to the future Savior Jesus Christ. The gate of the court is the only way to go, just like Christ is the only way to heaven (John 14:6).
Jesus described himself: “I am the door; everyone who enters through me will be saved.” (John 10:9, NIV)
The Tabernacle gate of the court facing east towards sunrise is the dawn of dawn. Jesus described himself as: “I am the light of the world.” (John 8:12)
All the colors of the tabernacle gate also foreshadowed Christ: blue, like the Son of God; white, white and flawless; purple, listed as the king of kings; and red, as a sacrifice for the blood donation of sins in the world.
Before Jesus was crucified, Roman soldiers mocked him and put a purple robe on him, not knowing that he was a Jewish king. He became the pure and flawless Lamb of God, the only sacrifice worth the atonement.
When Jesus whipped and the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, his blood bleed. After the death of Christ, Alimasia and Joseph of Nicodemus wrapped their bodies in a white linen shroud.
What were the different entrances in the tabernacle gate of the court?
There are three entrances in the tabernacle arrangement, including:
- Enter the “gate” of the “outside court” (Exodus 27:16-19).
- The “door” leading to the “holy place” (Exodus 26:36-37; 36:37-38).
- The “veil” to the holy place (Exodus 26:31-33).
All three entrances are made of the same material: thin white woven linen with blue, purple, and scarlet threads running through the material (Exodus 38:18).
The areas of these three entrances are all the same, that is, 100 square cubits-a number represents Christ Jesus:
The gate is 20 cubits long and 5 cubits high (Exodus 38:18).
The door and veil are 10 x 10 elbow-square-perfect symbol (equal on both sides)!
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Gate
The gate is the only way to enter the court. It represents our Lord Jesus, who said to himself: “I am the gate. Those who enter through me will be saved.” (John 10:9, NIV)
“I am the way, truth, and life. No one comes to see the Father except through me” (John 14:6, NIV).
The gate is wider than any other entrance, allowing all Israelis to enter the court. The width of the entrance shows that God provides grace for many people because “many people are called, but few are chosen” (Matthew 22:14).
There are four positions at the gate (Exodus 27:16-19). Perhaps four authors can represent the Gospel of Jesus (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John).
The most prominently show the character of Christ before the world, and by studying Jesus and the tools to build our faith in Christ and understand who he is to become a person like him.
Also understanding what he teaches to follow his teachings and spread these lessons to all listeners.
Door
The “door” is the only entrance to the holy place (representing the status of the “little flock” class being biochemical-see Study 3 of the “Tent of Beauty” series of articles on this website).
The door of the tabernacle was fine linen (Exodus 26:36) because Jesus had fully satisfied the justice of God.
The door was originally thick enough to block the light. It was a golden lampstand in the temple (just opposite the table on the south side), and it would burn day and night (Exodus 27:20-21).
Vail
The entrance to the Most Holy Place is called the “veil” of the tabernacle (or the oke word in Hebrew), and the New Testament apostle Paul called it the “second veil” (Hebrews 9:3).
Only through the ark (representing the flesh of Christ, R. 4746) can we enter the state of the holiest and supreme. This is the situation of spiritual glory, glory, and eternal life. The faithful comers of this era become heirs. (See study 3 of “The Beauty of the Tabernacle.”)
Veil (“katapetasma”) means “hide or hide”, hide “covenant” and “seat of mercy”. It also acts as a barrier between God and man.
Because when we are in the flesh, in the state of holiness, such as the embryonic new creation that is constantly evolving in Christ, God is in the Holy One, so the veil takes us both separated.
Conclusion
The act of entering the tabernacle gate of the court is of great significance to the Israelis. By entering, you can discover the forgiveness of sin and fellowship with God.
The first thing one saw when they entered the gate was the bronze altar, which reminded people of sin and the need to donate blood for fellowship with God.
One needs to repent and sacrifice for their sins. Those who do not repent will not enter this “narrow path.” Today, Christ is the door to eternal life and welcomes all who seek heaven through him.
People Also Ask (FAQs)
How many gates did the Tabernacle have?
Tabernacle had three gates and all the three entrances had the same dimensions as regards their area, that is, they were all 100 square cubits — a number representing Christ Jesus: The gate was 20 cubits long x 5 cubits high (Exodus 38:18).
What was in the courtyard of the Tabernacle?
The Brazen Altar was the first item encountered in the Courtyard. It was five cubits square, and 3 cubits tall (Exodus 27:1). In each of the four corners, there was a horn made from the same piece of acacia wood as the altar itself, and the altar was overlaid with copper.
What does a gate symbolize in the Bible?
Gate is symbolic of Christ being the entry point into the presence of God. It is through faith in His blood that we have access into the presence of God the father. Christ said “I am the door (or gate)” and the gate He was referring to was the gate of the tabernacle of the Old Testament.
Who could enter the Tabernacle?
According to the Bible, the Holy of Holies was covered by a veil, and no one was allowed to enter except the High Priest, and even he would only enter once a year on Yom Kippur, to offer the blood of sacrifice and incense.
Why do temples face east?
Technically, due to the rotation of the earth, everything rises in the East. For the entrance of a temple to face, the rising sun brought a lot of positive signs in the eyes of the people. They literally couldn’t build facing east, so they just oriented it North.